Description
This festive Halloween Pumpkin Pizza features a delicious twist on a classic favorite, combining creamy pumpkin puree seasoned with Italian herbs and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a seasonal treat, this easy-to-make pizza offers a comforting blend of savory and slightly sweet flavors, finished with fresh basil for a pop of freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
Toppings
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone placed inside if you have one. This helps achieve a perfectly crispy crust.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired shape and thickness, ensuring it’s even for consistent cooking.
- Prepare Pumpkin Sauce: In a bowl, combine the pumpkin puree with Italian seasoning, mixing well to infuse the flavors. Spread this mixture evenly across the rolled-out dough, creating a smooth sauce layer.
- Add Cheese and Seasoning: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the pumpkin sauce. If you like a little heat, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes on top.
- Bake Pizza: Transfer the pizza carefully to the preheated pizza stone or a baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Let it cool slightly before slicing to serve.
Notes
- Using a pizza stone helps create a crispy crust but you can use a baking sheet if unavailable.
- Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to suit your spice tolerance.
- Store leftover pumpkin pizza refrigerated and consume within 2-3 days.
- You can add other toppings like caramelized onions or cooked sausage for variation.
